The cheapest and fastest trains from Messina to Palermo
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Messina to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Messina to Palermo will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 31 trains that leave Messina for Palermo on Sat, Jun 13, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale 536112:27 PM2h59Messina Centrale3:26 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Regionale 12903 · Regionale 129116:05 PM3h51Messina Centrale9:56 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale 21690 · Regionale 53694:44 PM3h23Fiumara Gazzi8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale 21692 · Regionale 12903 · Regionale 129115:48 PM4h08Fiumara Gazzi9:56 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way2 transfers
Regionale 12885 · Regionale 2188712:38 PM3h32Messina Centrale4:10 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 53632:37 PM2h53Messina Centrale5:30 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Regionale 535910:43 AM2h53Messina Centrale1:36 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 53632:37 PM2h53Messina Centrale5:30 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Regionale 53695:14 PM2h53Messina Centrale8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Regionale 53695:14 PM2h53Messina Centrale8:07 PMPalermo Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Messina to Palermo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Messina to Palermo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 192 km
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€17 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Messina to Palermo train times
The table below shows live departures for Messina to Palermo trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5351 | 4:53 AM Messina Centrale | 2h54 | 7:47 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5351 | 4:53 AM Messina Centrale | 2h54 | 7:47 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 | 5:01 AM Messina Centrale | 3h52 | 8:53 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12853 · Regionale 12863 | 5:01 AM Messina Centrale | 3h52 | 8:53 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5353 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 2h56 | 9:32 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5353 | 6:36 AM Messina Centrale | 2h56 | 9:32 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21680 · Regionale 5355 | 7:11 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 3h43 | 10:54 AM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5355 | 7:56 AM Messina Centrale | 2h58 | 10:54 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5355 | 7:56 AM Messina Centrale | 2h58 | 10:54 AM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21684 · Regionale 5359 | 9:18 AM Fiumara Gazzi | 4h18 | 1:36 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5359 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 1:36 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5359 | 10:43 AM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 1:36 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5361 | 12:27 PM Messina Centrale | 2h59 | 3:26 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5361 | 12:27 PM Messina Centrale | 2h59 | 3:26 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 | 12:38 PM Messina Centrale | 3h32 | 4:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12885 · Regionale 21887 | 12:38 PM Messina Centrale | 3h32 | 4:10 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21686 · Regionale Veloce 5363 | 1:46 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 3h44 | 5:30 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 5:30 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 5363 | 2:37 PM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 5:30 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21688+ Intercity 723 | 2:56 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 4h12 | 7:08 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 723 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 3h08 | 7:08 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 723 | 4:00 PM Messina Centrale | 3h08 | 7:08 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21690 · Regionale 5369 | 4:44 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 3h23 | 8:07 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5369 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 8:07 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5369 | 5:14 PM Messina Centrale | 2h53 | 8:07 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21692 · Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 5:48 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 4h08 | 9:56 PM Palermo Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21692+ Intercity 729 | 5:48 PM Fiumara Gazzi | 5h13 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 6:05 PM Messina Centrale | 3h51 | 9:56 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12903 · Regionale 12911 | 6:05 PM Messina Centrale | 3h51 | 9:56 PM Palermo Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 729 | 7:50 PM Messina Centrale | 3h11 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 729 | 7:50 PM Messina Centrale | 3h11 | 11:01 PM Palermo Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Messina to Palermo
Trains from Messina to Palermo run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 12:53 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Messina to Palermo trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Messina and Palermo from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Messina to Palermo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messina to Palermo by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palermo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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